HushHush: Paramaribo's After-Dark Pleasure Boutique
Suriname's boldest adult lifestyle store, celebrating desire without judgment since 2004.
Why Go
Tucked into a quiet corner of Paramaribo, HushHush is the city's worst-kept secret ΓÇö a warmly lit, sex-positive boutique where locals and curious travelers browse toys, lingerie and wellness gear that would make even Amsterdam blush. It isn't a club, but it's absolutely part of the city's grown-up nightlife circuit, the sort of pit-stop couples make before a night out or after dinner in the centrum.
The Experience
Push open the door and the tone is immediately more Scandinavian pharmacy than seedy back-room: bright displays, tasteful merchandising and staff who treat every question like a legitimate wellness inquiry. Racks run from silk jock straps and lace bodysuits to a serious selection of vibrators, couples' toys, lubes and intimacy-focused creams. There's also a curated adult film section and a rotating 'new arrivals' wall that regulars scan the way others check a wine list. What makes HushHush feel distinctly Surinamese is the mix of clientele ΓÇö young Paramaribo professionals, older married couples, expats from the nearby hotels ΓÇö all served with the same easy, unbothered charm.
What to Try
Ask staff to walk you through the bestseller wall — it's the fastest way to see what actually moves in Suriname, from beginner-friendly bullet vibes to couples' kits. The lingerie and silk apparel section is worth a linger if you're heading out to Havana Lounge or Club Touché later. Wellness shoppers should look at the intimacy creams and body-safe lubes, which are hard to source elsewhere in the country. If you can't make it in person, hushhushsr.com ships across the region.
Insider Tip
Go on a weekday evening around 18:00 ΓÇö after the office rush, before the pre-club crowd ΓÇö and you'll get the staff's undivided attention, which is where the real value is. They're famously discreet, will gift-wrap anything, and can point you to whichever bar or lounge in town matches the mood you're shopping for.
The Practical Stuff
Location: Franchepanestraat 89 / Antondragtenweg 204, Paramaribo (a short ride from the historic centrum). Hours: MondayΓÇôSaturday, 11:00ΓÇô20:00; closed Sundays. Phone: +597 811 0631. Online: hushhushsr.com. Cash and card accepted; bring ID if you look under 21. Discreet packaging is standard. Parking is available on the street directly outside.
Pair It With
- 101 Suites Guide — A nearby hotel that makes a natural base for couples turning a HushHush stop into a proper staycation night in.
- 168 Restaurant Guide — Grab dinner within walking distance before browsing ΓÇö the neighborhood's easiest sit-down meal and a good conversation warm-up.
- 'T VAT Sidewalk Cafe Guide — Post-shop drinks on the terrace: casual, expat-friendly and open late, perfect for easing into the rest of the evening.